A 1982 Falklands War envelope cover to an  Argentine soldier...

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£50 - £80

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A 1982 Falklands War envelope cover to an  Argentine soldier named Carlos sent from Buenos Aires 24th April 1982, rate paid 1700 Pesos.

Provenance - Recovered from positions near Moody Brook. The letter is from a girlfriend to a soldier serving with infantry Marine Battalion 5 and refers to the president visiting the Malvinas and the efforts by Costa Mendes trying to reach a settlement. (Translated)

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Auction Date: 16th Jan 2025 at 9:30am

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